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Why your job descriptions need updating

April 24, 2019 / Marketing

The perception that it’s a buyer’s market, with employers holding all the bargaining power, is quickly being overturned by the rise in freelancing and more vocal employees. According to Kalido’s own research, 50% of the UK workforce will be classified as freelance by 2020. This trend is mirrored in the US, where 40% of the […]

From Friedman to Fink: Why Profit is no longer Purpose

April 17, 2019 / Startup

Shortly after CEO and Chairman of BlackRock, Larry Fink, published his 2019 Letter to CEOs, the internet and airwaves erupted with analyses on what exactly the legendary executive meant when he said ‘Purpose is not the sole pursuit of profits but the animating force for achieving them’. This seemed a direct contradiction of the Friedman […]

Why your most prized assets are intangible ones

April 3, 2019 / Productivity

One of the most successful taxi companies in the world doesn’t own any cars. One of the most famous hotel chains in the world doesn’t own any hotels. And one of the most beloved retailers in the world doesn’t own any products. Companies like Uber, Airbnb, and Amazon have built powerful and profitable empires, while […]

How skilled are your staff really?

March 19, 2019 / Networking

The workforce of the future will operate in a significantly different environment from that of today. With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), the shift in focus for business, and the increased importance of soft skills, many employees’ skills will become outdated. For the employer of the future, knowing what skills will be valuable and […]

From T to Z: Integrating a cross-generational workforce

March 13, 2019 / Productivity

The modern workforce is unique in history as it is the first time as many as 5 generations are represented. From Traditionalists, to Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millenials, and now Gen Z – how does a company integrate employees that span so many generations? And further, how does it satisfy each generation’s career aspirations? The […]

March 8, 2019 / Features

The psychological biases identified by cognitive psychology and behavioural economics are well known. Anchoring, overconfidence bias, and curse of knowledge are three important biases businesses must guard against to prevent irrational action. But acknowledging a problem is merely the first step towards solving it. To truly prevent heuristics from hampering a business, they must be […]

3 characteristics of the future-ready business

March 5, 2019 / Startup

It’s not going to be business as usual for much longer. Research by global management consultant firm McKinsey estimates that more than half of the existing skills in the workforce will become obsolete in the next few decades. More employees than ever will leave their companies to pursue entrepreneurship. Companies will be increasingly judged, not […]

5 types of speakers to avoid

February 18, 2019 / Marketing

Talk may be cheap, but good speakers are expensive. Unfortunately, so are bad ones. A bad speaker costs just as much in fees and time as a brilliant one. So, for anyone about to hire, listen to, or become a speaker, learning to spot the duds is all-important. Whether for a conference, or for a […]

2 Important things introverts and extroverts can learn from each other in the workplace

February 15, 2019 / Networking

There are currently 7.7 billion people in the world. So, it’s a tall order to expect everyone to get along. But understanding more about what makes different people tick goes a long way in smoothing relations. Especially as soft skills will be the essential skill for the future-ready business. Extraversion is one of the Big […]

Are you ready for life after university?

February 11, 2019 / Networking

With the end of the academic year fast approaching, many students will be asking themselves ‘what next?’. And if you’re not asking, you can be sure your family, peers, lecturers, potential employers, and just about every second person you speak to wants to know. What career path will you take? How will you afford rent? […]

How to facilitate cultural integration after your merger

January 2, 2019 / Startup

After the dust has settled on months of negotiations and back-and-forth, you are finally merged. Congratulations! But it’s not quite business as usual. Integration of new personnel and systems is not a straightforward procedural exercise. Instead, it’s a careful assimilation into an existing culture, as well as a creation of a whole new one. Proper […]

How principle-based management can stop your employees leaving

December 27, 2018 / Productivity

If your company is experiencing high levels of attrition, it’s tempting to dismiss the issue as the result of natural causes like retirement, emigration, and family responsibilities. However, research by the IBM Smarter Workforce Institute cites job dissatisfaction as the cause of 40% of employee exits. The result of an exit is a loss of […]

What is a viable business idea?

December 21, 2018 / Startup

Whether you’re looking at introducing a new service to your business, or planning on starting a business, you must be convinced of the viability of your idea. Viability is an interplay between what you can produce, and what the market needs or wants. In our marketing series, our own Kalido marketing guru, Greg, gives helpful […]

Are you getting the most from your university years?

December 19, 2018 / Networking

If you’re heading to university or college to get an education, you’re aiming too low. At the end of your time studying, you should come out with a life experience. Academic institutions can provide much more than lectures, course packs, and textbook recommendations. Done right, your university years will help you build a solid bridge […]

This is why people are skipping your conference this year

December 17, 2018 / Networking

Networking! Socialising! Industry news and trends! Your conference promises all this and more. So, why are people opting out of attending this year? After all, you’ve done everything you did last year, and it worked…didn’t it? Perhaps not as well as you think. As the conference organiser, it’s hard to experience the event as one […]

The pros and cons of working in a co-working space

December 14, 2018 / Networking

The modern workspace takes many different forms. There are the traditional corporate cubicles. There’s the working-from-home kitchen counter. There’s the anywhere-there’s-a-laptop-and-a-lap option. One of the most interesting additions is the private office in a co-working space. This aims to provide all the convenience of a shared office, with some of the exclusivity of a private […]

6 benefits of having a mentor

December 12, 2018 / Networking

On your road to success, you’ll need some good travelling companions (a point discussed in more detail in our Reading Series). One such companion is a mentor, to guide, motivate, and help you in thousands of invaluable ways. Because as much as you know, you can always learn more. And as much as you can […]

The benefits of being a mentor

December 10, 2018 / Networking

Success, wealth, and fame may all be common indicators of a good life but there’s something else that’s often overlooked: impact. In other words, how you’ve actually helped others or changed the world. Or what legacy you leave behind. And while you may be tempted to point to your impressive KPI record to prove impact, […]

Why working with alumni makes sense

December 7, 2018 / Networking

As the saying goes, birds of a feather flock together. Extend that idiom into the working world, and you might say: birds of the same flock work better together. In this case, we’re referring to alumni from your school. Whether you’re looking for a collaborator for a project, a professor to join an academic department, […]

Why your ex-employees matter

December 5, 2018 / Networking

Hirers and hirees spend a considerable amount of time, attention, and money on their entry and onboarding process. Hirers often enlist the help of recruiters, paying vast sums in commission. Hirees spend weeks polishing up their CV, good interview shoes, and Where I See Myself in 5 Years’ Time speech. And while it’s undoubtedly important […]

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